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You want the best for your child. Your parents likely feel the same way about their grandchildren. Many grandparents in Illinois want to leave a financial legacy to help with future care. However, a standard gift in a will can create an "inheritance trap." If a child...
Planning for a loved one with a disability in Illinois can feel confusing. Many families focus on immediate needs but often overlook key steps that protect long-term financial security and government benefits. Missing small details can create setbacks that affect...
Probate delays can create frustration and uncertainty for families. You may wonder whether a power of attorney can help avoid those delays in Illinois. Understanding its limits helps you make informed planning decisions. What a power of attorney actually does A power...
Serving as a guardian involves managing personal, medical, and financial matters for another person. These responsibilities often require ongoing attention, careful decision-making, and regular communication with courts and care providers. Illinois law recognizes that...
If your child relies on Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you need to build your estate plan differently. A simple will or direct inheritance could accidentally cut off the benefits your child depends on. Here’s what your plan must include to protect their support...
One estate plan add-on that many Chicago residents find useful is a Totten trust. While that name may sound unfamiliar, these so-called “trusts” are actually just payable-on-death checking accounts. So, what’s the use for a Totten trust in your estate plan? Read on to...
Estate taxes can significantly alter the legacy that an individual leaves when they die. They may have intended for their loved ones to receive all of their property, but estate taxes could force the liquidation of certain assets to fulfill tax responsibilities. The...
Parents and other family members establishing special needs trusts typically have one of two priorities. They want to ensure that a child with special needs has financial support after their parents or current caregivers become incapable of supporting them. Other...
Many people choose to leave their assets to their children when they die. However, some families looking to protect generational wealth may decide to create a generation-skipping trust (GST). Your children can still benefit from the trust during their lifetimes, but...
When most people think about estate planning, they tend to think first about their assets and other financial matters that can be addressed via wills, trusts and beneficiary negotiations – but it’s important to think about your health care wishes and advance...
